Literary Collections - General

The Boy Scout Trail Blazers: Or Scouting For Uncle Sam On The Pike National Forest is a book written by Frank Hobart Cheley and originally published in 1917. The book follows the adventures of a group of Boy Scouts as they explore the Pike...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Solomon's Temple Spiritualized: Or Gospel-Light Fetched Out Of The Temple At Jerusalem is a religious book written by John Bunyan and first published in 1786. The book explores the spiritual significance of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem, drawing parallels between the temple and the Christian...

Malagasy For Beginners, Parts 1 And 2 is a comprehensive language learning book that provides a series of graduated lessons and exercises in the Malagasy language, as spoken by the Hovas. Written by James Richardson in 1884, this book aims to help beginners learn...

Happy Days In Southern California is a travelogue written by Frederick Hastings Rindge in 1898. The book is a personal account of Rindge's experiences while exploring the beautiful landscapes and diverse cultures of Southern California. Rindge's writing style is descriptive and vivid, painting a...

In His Steps Today: What Would Jesus Do In Solving The Problems Of Present Political, Economic And Social Life? is a book written by Charles Monroe Sheldon in 1921. The book explores the idea of applying the question ""What would Jesus do?"" to the...

A Manual of Dissections of the Human Body, written by Robert Edmund Carrington in 1881, is a comprehensive guidebook for medical students and practitioners. The book contains detailed instructions for dissecting the human body, including diagrams and illustrations to aid in the process. The...

An English and Cantonese Pocket-Dictionary: For the Use of Those Who Wish to Learn the Spoken Language of Canton Province (1859) is a language learning resource written by John Chalmers. The book is designed to help individuals learn the Cantonese dialect of the Chinese...

Architectural Iron Work: A Practical Work For Iron Workers, Architects, And Engineers (1876) is a book written by William John Fryer Jr. that provides a comprehensive guide to the art and science of architectural iron work. The book covers a wide range of topics...

""Adobe Days"" is a memoir written by Sarah Bixby Smith, documenting her life as a young girl living on a sheep ranch in California during the late 1800s. The book provides a detailed account of the daily struggles and triumphs of ranch life, as...

""A Brief Exposition Of The Apostles Creed, According To Bishop Pearson: In A New Method, By Way Of Paraphrase And Annotation"" is a book written by John Pearson and published in 1726. The book provides a detailed explanation of the Apostles Creed, a statement...

""The Society For The Propagation Of The Faith: Its Foundation, Organization And Success, 1822-1922"" is a historical book written by Edward John Hickey in 1922. The book explores the history of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, which was founded in 1822...

""Studies in the Development of Capitalism"" is a book written by Maurice Dobb, an esteemed Marxist economist and historian. The book explores the development of capitalism from its earliest stages to its modern form. Dobb analyzes the economic and social factors that led to...

Milton (1902) is a comprehensive biography of the famous English poet and writer, John Milton, written by Stopford A. Brooke. The book provides a detailed account of Milton's life, from his early years and education to his political and religious beliefs, and his literary...

Social Statics, Abridged and Revised: Together with The Man versus The State is a book written by Herbert Spencer in 1892. The book is a revised and abridged version of Spencer's original work, Social Statics, which was first published in 1851. The revised edition...

Dorset Dear: Idylls of Country Life is a book written by M. E. Francis and published in 1905. The book is a collection of short stories that are set in the English countryside of Dorset. The stories are centered around the lives of the...

""Is Japan A Menace To Asia?"" is a book written by Taraknath Das in 1917 that explores Japan's role in Asia during the early 20th century. The book examines Japan's rapid modernization and military expansion, and questions whether Japan's actions pose a threat to...

The Book of Shakespeare, The Playmaker is a historical fiction novel written by Frederick Henry Koch and published in 1916. The book is set in the late 16th century and follows the life of William Shakespeare, a struggling playwright and actor in Elizabethan England....

""Stories The Iroquois Tell Their Children"" is a collection of tales and legends passed down through generations of the Iroquois people. The book was originally published in 1917 and was written by Mabel Powers, who spent many years living among the Iroquois and learning...

Daffodils: Outdoors And In is a comprehensive book written by Carey E. Quinn that delves into the history, cultivation, and care of daffodils. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on growing daffodils in outdoor gardens and the second...

Reports of the Committee on the Conduct of the War: Fort Pillow Massacre, Returned Prisoners (1864) is a book that compiles the findings of the United States Congress Committee on the Conduct of the War regarding two significant events during the American Civil War....

The Life of Our Lord: Written for Little Ones is a book written by Salome and Mother Mary in the year 1900. The book is a retelling of the life of Jesus Christ, written in a simple and easy-to-understand language for children. The authors...

""Colonel William Prescott: The Commander In The Battle Of Bunkers Hill, Honor To Whom Honor Is Due"" is a non-fiction book written by Francis J. Parker. The book focuses on the life and military career of Colonel William Prescott, who played a pivotal role...

Early Times In Texas is a historical non-fiction book written by J.C. Duval and first published in 1892. The book covers the early history of Texas, from the Spanish exploration and colonization to the fight for independence from Mexico and the establishment of the...

Foundations of Buddhism is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental teachings and practices of Buddhism, written by Natalie Rokotoff. The book explores the origins of Buddhism, its core beliefs, and the various schools and traditions that have developed over time. It also delves into...

""A History of Milan Under the Sforza"" by Cecilia Ady is a comprehensive account of the political and cultural developments of Milan during the Sforza dynasty, which ruled the city from 1450 to 1535. The book covers the reigns of the six Sforza dukes,...

The book titled ""The Library Of The Late Hon. George Bancroft: A Sketch Of The Historical Manuscripts; Memoranda Concerning The Books And Pamphlets"" was written by Joseph F. Sabin and published in 1891. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the personal library of...

The book ""Poems Of William Haines Lytle (1894)"" is a collection of poems written by William Haines Lytle. Lytle was a renowned American poet who lived during the 19th century. The book is edited by William H. Venable and includes a preface that provides...

""The Marvelous Adventures And Rare Conceits Of Master Tyll Owlglass"" is a book written by Kenneth R. H. Mackenzie. It is a collection of stories that feature the mischievous and cunning character of Tyll Owlglass, a trickster who is known for his pranks and...

The book ""The Polish Peasant in Europe and America: Organization and Disorganization in America"" by William I. Thomas is a sociological study of the Polish immigrant experience in America. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume focusing on the organizational...

""A Comparative Grammar of the Indo-Germanic Languages"" is a comprehensive linguistic study written by Karl Brugmann. This book explores the grammatical structures and features of various Indo-European languages, including Sanskrit, Greek, Latin, Germanic, Celtic, Slavic, and others. Brugmann compares and contrasts the similarities and...

The Honorable Mr. Tawnish: A Romance by Jeffery Farnol is a novel set in the 18th century that tells the story of a young man named Valentine Tawnish. Valentine is the son of a wealthy merchant who wants him to marry a rich heiress...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The Psychology of the Affections is a comprehensive book written by Vance Randolph, which delves into the intricacies of human emotions and their psychological underpinnings. The book explores the various facets of the human psyche, including how emotions are formed, how they impact behavior,...

Consciousness Creative: An Outline Of The Science, Religion And Philosophy Of Universal Integration is a book written by Francis J. Mott that explores the relationship between science, religion, and philosophy in the context of universal integration. The book argues that consciousness is the fundamental...

""John S. Wright: Prophet of the Prairies"" is a biography of John S. Wright, a Methodist minister who lived and preached in the Canadian prairies during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Lloyd Lewis, the book details Wright's life, including his...

Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyoneAuthor: Charles MorrisISBN-10: 1163157074ISBN-13: 9781163157077Publisher: Kessinger PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/10/2010Pages: 196Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.59lbsSize: 6.00h x 9.02w x 0.42d

The Metaphors of St. Paul and Companions of St. Paul is a book written by John Saul Howson. The book explores the metaphors used by St. Paul and his companions in their writings and teachings. It delves into the deeper meanings behind these metaphors...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The Thunderbird Warclub: A Winnebago Tale is a book written by Paul Radin. It is a retelling of a traditional Winnebago tale about a young man named Red Horn who goes on a quest to find a powerful weapon to defeat his enemies. Along...

Occult Palmistry is a comprehensive guide to the ancient art of palm reading, written by the renowned British astrologer and occultist Sepharial. This book explores the hidden meanings and symbolism behind the lines, shapes, and markings on the human hand, revealing how they can...

""Why Jacob's Ladder Is The Electric Pathway Between Suns And Planets"" is a book written by George Woodard Warder. It explores the concept of Jacob's Ladder, which is a biblical metaphor for a ladder that connects Earth to heaven. Warder argues that Jacob's Ladder...

""Islam and Christian Missions"" by James Shepard Dennis is a comprehensive study of the relationship between Islam and Christian missions. The book explores the historical, theological, and cultural aspects of this relationship, examining the ways in which Christian missionaries have approached Islam and the...

""Jesus and Socrates Compared"" is a book written by Joseph Priestley that explores the similarities and differences between two of the most influential figures in history: Jesus Christ and Socrates. The author, a renowned theologian and philosopher, presents a detailed analysis of the teachings...

The Original Disciples of John the Baptist by Arthur Dyott Thomson is a historical and religious book that explores the lives and teachings of the original disciples of John the Baptist. The author delves into the history of John the Baptist and his role...

""Adventures in Fairyland"" is a classic children's book written by Richard Henry Stoddard. The book is a collection of short stories that take place in a magical world of fairies, goblins, and other mystical creatures. The stories are full of adventure, humor, and imagination,...

On Baptism is a book written by Tertullian, a prominent early Christian theologian who lived in the Roman Empire during the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD. The book is a treatise on the sacrament of baptism, which is one of the central rituals of...

Anthropological Studies in the Strange Sexual Practices of All Races in All Ages is a book written by Iwan Bloch. The book is a comprehensive study of human sexuality across different cultures and time periods. The author explores various sexual practices, including homosexuality, prostitution,...

Tales from King Arthur by Andrew Lang is a collection of stories that retells the legendary tales of King Arthur and his knights. The book includes famous stories such as the sword in the stone, the Lady of the Lake, the Knights of the...

Helen of Troy is a historical fiction novel written by Andrew Lang that tells the story of the legendary Greek beauty, Helen, who was said to have been the cause of the Trojan War. The novel is set in ancient Greece and follows the...